Election re-run in North Carolina After Voter Fraud Inquiry
El A consultant for Mark Harris’ campaign is accused of illegally posting absentee ballots during November’s mid-term election campaign.
Mr Harris, who initially claimed victory over Democrat Dan McCready, has now bowed to calls for a new election.
But he maintains he was unaware of any alleged fraud in his campaign.
The three Democrats and two Republicans on the North Carolina Board of Elections ruled unanimously for a new vote on Thursday, wrapping up a week of hearings.
Political consultant Leslie McCrae Dowless allegedly manipulated the election in Mr Harris’ favour by illegally collecting, falsely witnessing and otherwise tampering with absentee ballots.
On Thursday, Mr Harris took the stand and said: “The public’s confidence in the ninth district seat general election has been undermined to an extent that a new election is warranted.”
SOURCE ⇒ BBC
